The GOOSYNN Ti-Fi Titanium Fiber Spoke R50 PRO Wheelset is a lightweight, comfortable 50mm deep wheelset that uses innovative polymer spokes with titanium ends. It offers excellent vibration dampening and real-world speed, but has reduced lateral and torsional stiffness, making it less ideal for sprinters or heavier riders. The high price and new technology may also be considerations.
Pros
- Super comfortable ride with excellent vibration dampening; reduces road buzz and smooths out imperfections.1
- Lightweight: 1,200-1,210g for a 50mm disc wheelset, with spokes 60g lighter than carbon and 321g lighter than steel.1
- Real-world testing showed no speed penalty and even a slight advantage (0.5% faster than steel wheels) despite comfort benefits.1
- Spokes act like springs, helping smooth out pedal stroke through dead spots.1
- Titanium ends on spokes make them easier to swap than traditional polymer spokes.1
- Comes with premium accessories and 5-year warranty.1
Cons
- Reduced lateral stiffness causes wheel flex during hard efforts; lateral stiffness is 27 N/mm vs. 56 N/mm for steel.1
- Reduced torsional stiffness creates a slight lag in power transfer, less instant acceleration feel.1
- Recommended weight limit of 85kg; potential clearance/rub issues for heavier riders.1
- New technology may intimidate some bike shops for maintenance.1
- High retail price of $2,299.1
Key Facts
- Claimed weight around 1,200-1,210g for a 50mm disc brake wheelset; measured weights vary (1,200g in one test, 1,210g in another).1
- Spokes weigh 2.2g each, compared to 2.6g for carbon and 4.1g for steel spokes.1
- Spokes have 52% more elasticity than steel spokes and reduce vibrations by about 15%, equivalent to an 8 PSI difference in tire pressure.1
- Lateral stiffness is 27 N/mm vs. 56 N/mm for steel and 41 N/mm for carbon spokes.1
- Recommended weight limit of 85kg due to stiffness concerns.1
- Retail price is $2,299.1
- Compatible with any hub designed for carbon spokes; 24-spoke version planned for heavier riders/sprinters.1
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15:19The reviewer discusses the GOOSYNN Ti-Fi Titanium Fiber Spoke R50 PRO Wheelset, highlighting its 50mm depth, 25mm internal rim width, and 1,210g weight. He emphasizes the comfort provided by the polymer fiber spokes with titanium ends, which offer 52% more elasticity than steel spokes and reduce vibrations by about 15%, equivalent to an 8 PSI difference in tire pressure. While the wheels are comfortable and smooth over small road imperfections, they have reduced lateral and torsional stiffness, resulting in some flex during hard efforts and a slight lag in power transfer. Real-world testing showed they were the fastest among three wheelsets tested, with no speed penalty despite their comfort advantages. The reviewer notes a recommended weight limit of 85kg due to stiffness concerns, potential clearance issues for heavier riders, the new technology possibly intimidating some bike shops, and a high retail price of $2,299.
27:27The reviewer analyzes the GOOSYNN Ti-Fi Titanium Fiber Spoke R50 PRO Wheelset, focusing on their polymer spokes designed to reduce vibrations while allowing higher tire pressures for lower rolling resistance. He conducts extensive testing comparing them to carbon and steel-spoked wheels, measuring weight, stiffness, vibration dampening, and real-world performance.
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